Why should Christians not envy the wicked?

Psalm 37 addresses the temptation for believers to look at the success of evildoers and feel envy or discontent. The psalmist reminds us that the apparent prosperity of the wicked is fleeting, as they will be 'cut down like grass and wither' (Psalm 37:2). The righteous, however, are promised an eternal inheritance. This perspective is crucial for Christians; it redirects focus from the temporary, material success of the ungodly to the eternal spiritual treasures that await the faithful. Instead of envying, Christians should feel compassion for the wicked, recognizing their ultimate fate without repentance.